I was raised in a military family and spent the majority of my formative years in Maryland. I earned my undergraduate degree from Salisbury University, majoring in Biology with minors in Chemistry and German. My career direction was uncertain until a medical mission to Mexico, where I assisted in providing clinical services in remote villages, solidified my commitment to medicine. I then attended Ross University School of Medicine in Dominica, completing clinical rotations in diverse settings including Miami, Baltimore, New York City, Chicago, and Pontiac, MI. I successfully completed my Family Medicine residency at Franklin Square Hospital Center in Baltimore, MD in 2015.

Following residency, I practiced in a predominantly geriatric, Medicare Advantage clinic in Florida. Subsequently, I transitioned to an independent medical review organization, gaining valuable insights into the insurance aspect of healthcare. By chance, I began volunteering at a draft horse rescue, which eventually led to my appointment as Director of Operations. In that role, I connected with a budding rescue organization dedicated to assisting feral horses in the Appalachian coal mines, contributing to their nonprofit startup efforts.

One of my core passions in medicine is enhancing health literacy and education. I am excited to collaborate with MedLeague on the development of MEDDIP—a free, universal risk assessment tool accompanied by accurate, unbiased educational materials for the general public. I firmly believe that this initiative has the potential to significantly improve public health and transform the medical community.

My name is Luke Linares, and I am a first-year student at the University of Virginia. I plan to study biology on a pre-med track, with the intention of becoming a medical doctor. As Campaign Resource Director, I am responsible for analyzing retrospective Type II Diabetes/Cardiovascular Disease-related campaigns and strategies. Through extensive research, I analyze the successes and failures of these various programs, formulating a plan for future advertisements and health literacy campaigns. I hope to contribute to making a medical database that is easily understood by the general public,

Bretton Badenoch serves as a co-leader of MEDDIP, where he plays a pivotal role in guiding the organization’s research and development efforts. In this capacity, he oversees the dry lab component—ensuring rigorous data analysis, study design, and computational work—while also contributing to the creation of effective screening tools. His expertise in project coordination, coupled with his dedication to innovation, helps drive MEDDIP’s mission of detecting early chronic disease signatures and providing actionable next steps to at risk populations.

My name is Cameron Carlucci, I'm currently a freshman pre-med student at Virginia Commonwealth University. I have always found epidemiological research extremely interesting and thoroughly enjoy the study of determinants when assessing geographical data. My goal is to develop impactful research which informs public health policies while simultaneously improving community health literacy.

My name is Valerie Ann, but I go by Val, and I’m currently studying Psychology at Boston University. I have a strong interest in neuroscience, psychiatry, physiology, and mental health. I’ll be serving as the Principal Education Material Architect for Eric’s ongoing research on Type 2 Diabetes, and I’m excited to simplify complex medical concepts into accessible information for the general public. My goal is to help inform people about better lifestyle choices and how to mitigate the risks of such a common condition.

Hi! My name is Lauryn. In MEDIP, I will be researching the genetics behind type 2 diabetes and how that correlates within bloodlines and next generations. As I start to research more, I will also learn alternative ways to treat diabetes without medication itself.

Hello! I’m Monica Zhu, and I’m excited to be part of the MEDDIP project as the Director of Research. My responsibilities include researching risk factors and their effects and creating educational materials that are designed to be easily understood by the general public. 

What excites me most about MEDIP is its hands-on approach and long-term vision. The potential to expand this project to address various health conditions and reach a broader audience truly inspires me. I look forward to contributing to meaningful change in community health through this initiative.

Hello! My name is Daniel Haddock, and I am excited to be part of the team at MEDDIP as an aspiring physician with a background in planning and creativity, I am passionate about contributing to MEDDIP's mission of transforming healthcare through innovation and technology. My role involves creating user facing educational material regarding nutritional recommendations for cardiovascular disease, and I am dedicated to leveraging my skills to create impactful solutions that improve patient outcomes and streamline healthcare processes.

What excites me most about working at Medip is the opportunity to collaborate with a talented and driven team committed to making a meaningful difference in healthcare. I am thrilled to explore innovative approaches to cardiovascular disease and help shape the future of healthcare delivery. Together, I believe we can drive positive change and create solutions that truly make a difference for patients and providers alike.

I am a biochemistry major at Fresno State with a strong passion for health literacy, outreach, and bridging the gap between medicine and underserved communities. Alongside my academic pursuits, I am actively involved in clinical work and community initiatives aimed at improving access to healthcare and education. My long-term goal is to become a neurosurgeon while incorporating elements of public health and policy to make a broader impact.

In my role at MEDDIP, I am focused on developing user-facing advertisements and promotional content for our upcoming risk assessment tool and educational materials. My responsibilities include creating visually engaging infographics and other media to capture user interest and encourage engagement once the tool and resources are live. By leveraging creative design and strategic communication, I aim to ensure that MEDDIP’s offerings reach a wide audience and provide valuable information to those who need it most.

I am particularly excited about contributing to a project that blends technology and education to improve health outcomes. The chance to create accessible and impactful content that empowers individuals to make informed decisions aligns perfectly with my passion for health literacy and outreach. I look forward to helping MEDDIP expand its reach and positively impact the communities it serves.

Hey! My name is Beni'Eare Riley, and I'm a freshman at UCLA studying Computational and Systems Biology. At MEDDIP I'll be serving as the Director of Risk Assessment Tool Development, where with our research I'll help create a tool that takes in patient responses to let people know if they have any of the risk factors for type 2 diabetes or cardiovascular disease. My goal is to give people an easily accessible way to determine if they are at higher risk for diabetes or heart disease and hopefully educate them to take action to help prevent disease development.